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Grandpa Wen Set the Table for Afternoon Tea. Misty Made Herself the Centerpiece.

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The lace tablecloth is out, the teacup is full, and a plate of shortbread cookies waits next to a glass of lemon water. Grandpa Wen sits at the little table in a cream sweater vest over a plaid shirt, beaming with a big, crinkly smile. Misty, however, has made herself the centerpiece. She's settled right onto the lace, her enormous fluffy coat spread out like a cloud and her striking blue eyes gazing straight ahead with royal composure. Shelves of teapots, plants, and folded linens fill the cozy dining nook behind them.

Ragdolls are large, plush cats, and their size and luxurious coats make them look even bigger when they're fluffed up. They're known for being gentle and tolerant, which makes them pleasant companions for quiet routines like afternoon tea. Still, tea tables have a few hazards. Caffeinated tea isn't safe for cats, and hot cups can be knocked over by a swishing tail. Cookies and baked goods often contain butter, sugar, and sometimes chocolate or raisins, none of which belong in a cat's diet. Citrus, like the lemon in the water glass, can irritate cats' stomachs, and most cats dislike the smell anyway. A small dish of water and a cat treat let a curious cat join in safely.

Many owners find that pets enrich small daily rituals, turning an ordinary cup of tea into a moment of real companionship.

Misty clearly believes she's the guest of honor. Grandpa Wen, smiling across from her, seems more than happy to agree.

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